I just discovered this often-overlooked, under-appreciated artist. What a touching song and a great performance. I always wonder what happens between Caroline’s father dying and her turn to “whoring.” It’s such a sudden contrast that gets me every time. A very simple song structure, but really effective. I also like how the first verse repeats at the end… nice and symmetrical.
Artist info: www.townesvanzandt.com
Album: For The Sake of the Song (1968)
